Gregg Lewis
Monmouth,South Wales
Summary
I am a Mechanically biased Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer with over 10 years’ experience across heavy industry, rotating equipment, manufacturing and automated production environments. Time-served apprentice (Distinction) with expertise in mechanical overhaul, fault diagnosis, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical fault-finding and precision assembly. Experienced in project work, continuous improvement, leadership and commissioning, with a proven ability to maintain critical production equipment safely and efficiently. Keen to continue developing electrical knowledge while contributing to high-performing engineering teams.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician
Vishay Newport LTD
, Newport
2026.02 - Current
- Carry out planned, preventative and reactive maintenance on automated semiconductor plasma etching manufacturing equipment.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic faults while maintaining the tight tolerances required for vacuum chamber systems to minimise production downtime.
- Perform root cause analysis and support continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability and performance.
- Competent across multiple production platforms, ensuring high equipment availability with a strong focus on quality, reliability and safe working practices.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records using PROMIS and the Tool Task System (TTS), ensuring compliance with maintenance procedures and traceability
Lock Gate Engineering Technician
Bristol Port Company
Avonmouth and Portbury, Bristol
2024.04 - 2026.06
- Responsible for the maintenance and emergency repair of lock gates at Portbury and Avonmouth docks, including hydraulic machinery systems that control gate operations.
- Conduct regular inspections and perform both planned and reactive maintenance, ensuring the timely reporting of work progress and root cause analysis of failures through the company's maintenance management system Ultimo.
- Currently engaged in the preparation, dismantling, and removal of the Royal Portbury Docks middle lock gates (500T each) for comprehensive maintenance, with a key role in their upcoming reinstallation following the overhaul.
- Supervise apprentices assigned to the lock gate department, delegating tasks and ensuring adherence to work methods, health, and safety regulations.
- Serve on a 24/7 on-call rota, overseeing the operation, maintenance, and breakdown response for lock gates, ensuring their safe and efficient functionality.
Electromechanical Fitter
Avonmouth Engineering Services Ltd
Avonmouth, Bristol
2022.03 - 2024.04
- Worked independently to dismantle, inspect, diagnose and test large industrial pumps, identifying root causes of failure through detailed mechanical inspections, electrical testing and precision measurements.
- Produced comprehensive inspection reports, technical diagnostics and repair recommendations to support customer decisions and improve equipment reliability.
- Played a key role in the overhaul, assembly and testing of eight bespoke 6.6kV, 2.8MW, 26-tonne Bedford flood defence pumps, supporting the project from workshop preparation through to final commissioning.
- Carried out high-voltage electrical and mechanical testing, including insulation resistance, PI, surge and 14kV DC Hi-Pot and Baker testing, together with dynamic testing at 6.6kV AC, and temperature monitoring.
- Resolved complex engineering challenges including tolerance checks, bespoke lifting arrangements, jig manufacture and component quality investigations, working closely with production teams to meet demanding project deadlines.
- Supported overseas commissioning in Indonesia, carrying out fault diagnosis, repairs and testing while coordinating tools, equipment and materials to ensure successful project delivery.
- Participated in the Bedford Pumps Indonesian project, which was nominated as a finalist for the AEMT 'Project of the Year' award, held in Coventry on November 23, 2023. Had the opportunity to attend the event and represent the project.
Maintenance Technician
Essilor Ltd
Thornbury, South Gloucestershire
2021.01 - 2022.03
- Promoted to Shift Technician within four months, recognising strong technical performance and the ability to work independently.
- Carried out planned, preventative and reactive maintenance on automated CNC and production machinery, ensuring maximum equipment availability.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical, electrical and pneumatic faults to minimise production downtime and maintain production targets.
- Selected to attend specialist training at Satisloh, Germany, before the installation and commissioning of new production equipment, subsequently sharing knowledge with the wider maintenance team.
- Fabricated and repaired machine guards and supported equipment improvements while maintaining high standards of safety, quality and reliability
Pneumatic Assembly Engineer
Edwards vacuum, Clevedon
2020.09 - 2020.12
- Assembled pneumatic extraction systems for new builds on a production line, adhering to company standards and procedures.
- Worked on basic, medium, and advanced pneumatic assemblies, ensuring quality through the completion of detailed control documentation.
- Gained valuable hands-on experience with pneumatic systems, enhancing my technical proficiency in this area.
- This temporary position provided foundational expertise in pneumatic systems and reinforced my commitment to maintaining high standards in assembly and quality control.
Mechanical Apprentice
Sulzer RES UK Ltd
Bristol, Avonmouth
2015.08 - 2020.09
- Completed a Level 3 Mechanical Manufacturing Apprenticeship with Distinction.
- Gained extensive experience in machining, fitting, welding, inspection and overhaul of heavy industrial equipment.
- Repaired pumps, motors, gearboxes, steel mill equipment, prop shafts and rotating machinery.
- Operated lathes, milling machines, borers, grinders and precision inspection equipment.
- Competent in MIG, TIG and MMA welding together with thermal spray processes and precision measurement techniques.
Education
GCSEs - GCSE's
Gordano Secondary School
Portishead, North Somerset 2009.09 - 2015.06
NVQ Level 3 - Mechanical Manufacting
City of Bristol College AEC
Filton, South Gloucestershire 2015.09 - 2019.06
BTEC Level 3 - Mechanical Manufacting
City of Bristol College AEC
Filton, South Gloucestershire 2015.09 - 2019.06
Skills
- Planned, Preventative & Reactive Maintenance
- Mechanical & Electrical Fault Finding
- Hydraulics & Pneumatics
- Electrical Condition Testing
- Pumps, Motors & Gearboxes
- PLC Fault Finding (Basic)
- Machining & Welding (MIG & TIG)
- Precision Assembly & Inspection
- Root Cause Analysis
- Health & Safety Compliance (IOSH, PTW)
- Technical Reporting
- Mentoring
Certification
- Advanced Apprenticeship Mechanical Manufacturing Level 3 Grade Distinction
- Certified in the operation of overhead gantry cranes.
- Trained as a slinger/signaller for mobile cranes through in-house training provided by BPC.
- Hold an A2 motorcycle license and a full UK car driving license.
- PASMA certified for the use of mobile access towers.
- Certified in wire rope examination through Carl Stahl.
- IOSH Managing Safely course Passed 2024-11-27
- Crane/lift supervisor course passed 2024-12-05
References
References Available on request
Personal interests
Motor biking, Spending time with family and friends, Video Games, Wild Camping, Hiking
Timeline
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician
Vishay Newport LTD
2026.02 - Current
Lock Gate Engineering Technician
Bristol Port Company
2024.04 - 2026.06
Electromechanical Fitter
Avonmouth Engineering Services Ltd
2022.03 - 2024.04
Maintenance Technician
Essilor Ltd
2021.01 - 2022.03
Pneumatic Assembly Engineer
Edwards vacuum, Clevedon
2020.09 - 2020.12
NVQ Level 3 - Mechanical Manufacting
City of Bristol College AEC
2015.09 - 2019.06
BTEC Level 3 - Mechanical Manufacting
City of Bristol College AEC
2015.09 - 2019.06
Mechanical Apprentice
Sulzer RES UK Ltd
2015.08 - 2020.09
GCSEs - GCSE's
Gordano Secondary School
2009.09 - 2015.06